Some people prefer to just let their hair loss run its course untreated and unhidden, whereas some try to cover it up with hairstyles, hats or scarves. Yet some try to find a treatment to prevent further hair loss and to restore hair growth.

What can help to prevent hair loss and restore hair growth?

There’s actually a variety of treatments available to stop thinning hair and even to regrow hair.

From taking special hair growth nutrients and vitamins, to stem cell therapy and hair transplantations.

However, to start with, it’s important to know and understand the actual cause behind hair loss in each specific case.

Because if it’s e.g. a medication you take that causes your hair to fall out, the first thing you want to do is to ask your doctor if there’s another similar medication you can take instead, to see if that helps.

And if you take a blood test and it shows that you have a deficiency in one or two nutrients, then you make sure to eat the right foods to get more of the nutrients you’re lacking, and perhaps also add a supplement. Ask your doctor for advice.

Important fact: The real source of hair growth and healthy hair lies in your follicles

Hair follicles are the tiny pores from which new hairs grow.

So if you want to revive your hair, start with the roots, i.e. your hair follicles. They control hair growth and how full and vibrant your hair is.

And to support strong, healthy hair and scalp, it’s advisable to avoid harsh chemicals and synthetic ingredients in your hair care products. Whenever you have the choice – choose hair care products made of natural ingredients, you can even make your own!

Natural ingredients are usually a gentler and better choice when it comes to a nourishing hair routine.

And if you’re struggling with thinning hair and you’re looking for a natural solution that works, here are 8 herbs that have shown to be effective for this.

8 Herbs That May Stop Thinning Hair And Promote Hair Growth

1. Fenugreek:

Fenugreek seeds is a common Indian spice that builds thicker hair in both men and women. It does this because it contains a type of niacin – or vitamin B3 – called nicotinic acid.

Fenugreek is a rich source of minerals, vitamins and phytonutrients. It also has a high content of protein and lecithin, which can help strengthen the root of the hair and also treat problems with the hair follicles.

Fenugreek has been used as a spice and as a medicinal ingredient in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for more than 2.000 years.

Fenugreek promotes blood circulation, rebuilds hair follicles and mayprevent greying. It can also be used to treat hair loss and dandruff.

=> Fenugreek hair mask recipe: This is a hair mask enriched with fenugreek, use it consistently to strengthen and nourish your hair.

Let 2 tablespoons of fenugreek soak in 3 tablespoons of coconut oil for 1 day, then heat it slightly and apply it at the roots and lengths of your hair. Let it sit for an hour, then wash it off thoroughly.

2. Black cumin seed oil (Nigelia sativa):

Black cumin oil is rich in beta-sitosterol, a plant sterol known as phytosterols.

Beta-sitosterol blocks the enzymes that convert testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone).DHT is a form of testosterone, that can bind to receptors in hair follicles and kill them, thereby causing the hair to fall out.

Black cumin seed was used in ancient Egypt for hair conditioning and strength. It’s said that even the famous Cleopatra used it on her hair!

=> Black cumin seed oil treatment: If you have scalp conditions that cause inflammation, flakiness and sensitivity, dilute black seed oil with a carrier oil (e.g. coconut or olive oil) and massage it on your scalp, then wash if off after 30-60 min. This mix will help to soothe and heal your scalp.

To encourage hair growth on certain thinning areas, use a mix of 1 tbs black cumin seed oil with 2 tbs olive oil and massage it onto the thinning areas on your scalp twice a week. Let it stay on your scalp for 30 minutes to 1 hour, then wash your hair.

Please note: Black cumin seed is not the same as the kitchen spice cumin! They are from different plant families.

3 Horsetail:

Horsetail is an ancient medicinal herb used to treat different conditions. It contains i.a. the mineral silica, that builds and boosts collagen.

Additionally, it contains selenium which supports hair growth. A deficiency in selenium can lead to slow hair growth, because selenium is essential for proper hair growth.Horsetail also helps your body to process iodine, which regulates hair growth.

Moreover, horsetail improves blood circulation, leading to the improvement of the hair follicles and stimulating hair growth.

You can buy horsetail in the form of a dried herb, and you can use it by mixing it with your shampoo.

Another way to use it is to drink it. Mix 2-3 tsp. of horsetail powder in a liquid or make a tea.

Please note: People with certain health conditions (such as gout, diabetes, heart or kidney disorder or pregnancy) should not consume horsetail. Long-term use of this herb is not recommended, since consuming it may result in a dangerous drop in your thiamin or vitamin B-1 levels.

The most common form is oily extracts of the fatty portions of the dried berries.

Tablets and capsules are also easy to find and are the only forms that have been examined by researchers, whereas tea made from the dried berries of saw palmetto is unlikely to be effective because the active compounds aren’t water soluble.

7. Hibiscus:

Hibiscus is a plant with beautiful flowers. There are many different species of the hibiscus plant with many different colors of the flowers.

But the one that’s most commonly used to make herbal tea is the plant with large deep red flowers, called Hibiscus Sabdariffa. Hibiscus tea is made of dried flowers and dried sepals – the green plant part that supports the flower.

The hibiscus flowers and the leaves can also be made into infused oils, liquid extracts, encapsulated powder and supplements, that can help treat a variety of conditions.

The hibiscus flower is an efficient remedy to put a stop to hair fall, thanks to its ability to stimulate hair growth even from dormant hair follicles in bald patches. It may even prevent premature greying. Hibiscus infused oil is rich in vitamin C, that boosts collagen production, hair growth and hair strength.

If you have hibiscus flowers growing in your garden you can use the petals and leaves to make your own natural hair care products. Simply grind the petals (and leaves) into a paste and mix it with e.g. olive oil or coconut oil – depending on what you want to use it for.

Important! Before you try any herbs or other natural remedies, oral or topical, preferably consult your doctor and always do your own research to make sure they don’t interfere with any medication you take. And if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a medical condition like e.g. heart, liver or kidney disease, be extra careful. And avoid giving natural medication to children unless you’re advised by a medical doctor. Even though natural remedies in general are safe to use – some may have a negative health effect on you, so you must always be aware of this and consider it.

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